CodeDog

Just trying out the Beta, and looking good so far.
However, one of the most used features (for me) of PagePlus over the years was the ability to create fillable PDF forms.  I'm often asked by clients to create these fillable forms, and PP does everything I need.  Single and multi-line text boxes, check boxes, drop boxes, list boxes, date boxes (with calendar), and much more.
Will the final version of Publisher have these options?

The problem is, though, dominik, PagePlus is now outdated, and can no longer keep up with any changes or updates to PDF formats.  The PDF format has changed and updated over the years, and we need to be sure any PDF forms we create will be usable in any modern PDF reader.  Adobe isn't the only PDF reader anymore, there are many out there.
The key is to be using a system that can output files in any PDF format/version, including the latest.  We're hoping that the new Publisher will do that, and be updated whenever a new format/version shows up.

Just trying out the Beta, and looking good so far.
However, one of the most used features (for me) of PagePlus over the years was the ability to create fillable PDF forms.  I'm often asked by clients to create these fillable forms, and PP does everything I need.  Single and multi-line text boxes, check boxes, drop boxes, list boxes, date boxes (with calendar), and much more.
Will the final version of Publisher have these options?

Funny you mention that, GreyEyes.  I've also been waiting for the Affinity apps to catch up to the Plus apps in options and abilities.  Especially one that I used for years (I won't mention the name here) that doesn't (and won't) have an Affinity version and was left behind.
But I do like where they're going with the Affinity apps, just going to take time I guess...

Just trying out the Beta, and looking good so far.
However, one of the most used features (for me) of PagePlus over the years was the ability to create fillable PDF forms.  I'm often asked by clients to create these fillable forms, and PP does everything I need.  Single and multi-line text boxes, check boxes, drop boxes, list boxes, date boxes (with calendar), and much more.
Will the final version of Publisher have these options?

Excellent, Dave, looking forward to it.  This is a primary selling point for me and my needs...

The problem is, though, dominik, PagePlus is now outdated, and can no longer keep up with any changes or updates to PDF formats.  The PDF format has changed and updated over the years, and we need to be sure any PDF forms we create will be usable in any modern PDF reader.  Adobe isn't the only PDF reader anymore, there are many out there.
The key is to be using a system that can output files in any PDF format/version, including the latest.  We're hoping that the new Publisher will do that, and be updated whenever a new format/version shows up.

Just trying out the Beta, and looking good so far.
However, one of the most used features (for me) of PagePlus over the years was the ability to create fillable PDF forms.  I'm often asked by clients to create these fillable forms, and PP does everything I need.  Single and multi-line text boxes, check boxes, drop boxes, list boxes, date boxes (with calendar), and much more.
Will the final version of Publisher have these options?

Just trying out the Beta, and looking good so far.
However, one of the most used features (for me) of PagePlus over the years was the ability to create fillable PDF forms.  I'm often asked by clients to create these fillable forms, and PP does everything I need.  Single and multi-line text boxes, check boxes, drop boxes, list boxes, date boxes (with calendar), and much more.
Will the final version of Publisher have these options?

Just trying out the Beta, and looking good so far.
However, one of the most used features (for me) of PagePlus over the years was the ability to create fillable PDF forms.  I'm often asked by clients to create these fillable forms, and PP does everything I need.  Single and multi-line text boxes, check boxes, drop boxes, list boxes, date boxes (with calendar), and much more.
Will the final version of Publisher have these options?

Just trying out the Beta, and looking good so far.
However, one of the most used features (for me) of PagePlus over the years was the ability to create fillable PDF forms.  I'm often asked by clients to create these fillable forms, and PP does everything I need.  Single and multi-line text boxes, check boxes, drop boxes, list boxes, date boxes (with calendar), and much more.
Will the final version of Publisher have these options?

Speaking about PagePlus, Bowen192, I've been wondering if Publisher will have all the PDF editing/creation features of PagePlus.
I still use PagePlus to create fillable PDF forms/files for clients, because so far it's still the best thing out there.  Text boxes, check boxes, everything else.  But some of the best features are the ability to create not just anchor links, but also website links, and especially email links.  I can't find any other editor out there that creates standard email links, and I've tried a lot.
All in all, if Publisher can do everything for PDF files that PagePlus can do, I'm in.  I already signed up for the beta, so we'll see.  And if any of the Serif/Affinity people are checking in here, all those PDF features are a must have...

Just trying out the Beta, and looking good so far.
However, one of the most used features (for me) of PagePlus over the years was the ability to create fillable PDF forms.  I'm often asked by clients to create these fillable forms, and PP does everything I need.  Single and multi-line text boxes, check boxes, drop boxes, list boxes, date boxes (with calendar), and much more.
Will the final version of Publisher have these options?

tannerjohnso1,
I still use Windows 7 Pro, and don't like or use Aero.  When Photo and Designer were published I bought both, and was lucky to come across the command line addition option that Leigh mentioned above.  Otherwise I wouldn't have been able to use the apps.
As Leigh also mentioned, there is no support if you use this option, but I haven't had any problems with either app (so far).  I do wish Aero wasn't a requirement, but I'm fine with using this workaround to be able to use the software.

Speaking about PagePlus, Bowen192, I've been wondering if Publisher will have all the PDF editing/creation features of PagePlus.
I still use PagePlus to create fillable PDF forms/files for clients, because so far it's still the best thing out there.  Text boxes, check boxes, everything else.  But some of the best features are the ability to create not just anchor links, but also website links, and especially email links.  I can't find any other editor out there that creates standard email links, and I've tried a lot.
All in all, if Publisher can do everything for PDF files that PagePlus can do, I'm in.  I already signed up for the beta, so we'll see.  And if any of the Serif/Affinity people are checking in here, all those PDF features are a must have...

Steve,
 
Yeah, the fix I mentioned in that thread isn't really a fix, just a workaround, but seems to function fine for me.  No problems using Designer whatsoever without Aero as long as I use that additional command line parameter.
 
If you right-click your desktop shortcut (or program menu shortcut if you don't have a desktop shortcut), then click on Properties, just change the Target to the following:
 
"C:\Program Files\Affinity\Affinity Designer\Designer.exe" --no-dwm-warning
 
And it should work fine for you.  They say it makes AD run a little slower without Aero, but I haven't really noticed any difference in speed yet.
 
It's too bad it requires this workaround for those of us not using Aero, but it's a simple thing to make the shortcut change, and I'm glad to be trying out Designer now without having to switch over to Aero every time.
 
I'm happy with it...